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ACS COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING, BENGALURU-74(A Unit of RajaRajeswari Group of Institutions)

Mechanical Engineering Department News LetterVolume: 2, Issue: 1-2; July 2016

CONTENTS

From Chairman’s & Principal’s Desk 2 Students achievements 4From HOD’s Desk 3 Departmental Activities

Workshops 5 Guest lecturers 7

Training Programs Attended 7 Industrial Visits 9

Research Publications 8 MOU 8

Mechanical Engineering Students Association 9 Guest Lecture Delivered 8

Faculty Achievements 10 New faculty Joining 11

Outgoing faculty members 12

EDITORAL BOARD MEMBERSPatrons

Sri. A.C. Shanmugam, Chairman, RRGI

Sri. A.C.S ArunKumar, Vice Chairman, RRGI

Er. S. Vijayanand, Executive Director, RRGI

Er. S. Jayabalan, Special Officier, RRGI

Dr.M.S.Murali, Principal, ACSCE

Editor in Chief:

Dr. M.Eswaramoorthy (Professor & Head),

Editorial Board Members:

Prof. VeereshBhusnur, Assistant Professor

Prof. Shivashankar Assistant Professor

MrK.R.Shamanthkumar, Final B.E. Mech

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CHAIRMAN’S MESSAGE

Presently, a knowledge explosion is being used ushered in our midst especially in

Engineering and technology. We are working with a vision of India 2020, to

bring progressive changes in Science, Engineering and Technology which will

bring progress in mechanical engineering and prosperity to our country. It is a

pleasure to note the glorious stride of our budding institution. The joy and

experience shared on our campus ensure the growth and development of the

overall personality of all the students alike. It is great to notice interesting events

taking shape frequently at our campus. All of us are equally delighted to witness the happenings of

significant events and tremendous achievements. I wish to record my heartycongratulations to those who

have brought laurels to the institution and I appreciate all of you for working together as a team. I am sure, it

is just a beginning and there is lot more to be happening. Go ahead and continue the good work. I wish you

all the best for achieving greater success and scaling newer heights in your education and career ahead.

Sri. A. C. Shanmugam, B.A., LLB., Former MLA & MP. Chairman, RR Group of Institutions

PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE

Born FreeEvery Child is born free with equal intelligent and capable enough to

achieve the top position in the society by acquiring the best education. We

are liable to make every child as the best accomplished person. Our ACS

College of engineering (a unit of Raja Rajeswari group of Institutions)

founded by Hon’ble Chairman Sri.A. C. Shanmugam with the object of

providing the Best infrastructure highly qualified and experienced

Professors, State of art world class laboratories at affordable fees structure for all class of students in the

society. We are having our own Boys Hostel, Girls Hostel, excellent Sports ground, Canteen, Bank, Hospital

facility for students. Student friendly and disciplined atmosphere will make the students to gain their

knowledge effectively and efficiently. I welcome you to join ACS College of Engineering, such that you can

be best crafted engineer and secure jobs in top most companies of the world.

Dr.M.S.Murali BE,ME,Ph.D

Principal, ACS College of Engineering

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VISION OF THE DEPARTMENTTo create a center of global standard for imparting education in Mechanical Engineering field and conducting

research at the cutting edge of technology to meet the current and future challenges of technological

development.

MISSION OF THE DEPARTMENT

To build enabling environment for excellent teaching, learning and research in order to produce leading

entrepreneurs and innovators in the field of Mechanical Engineering for sustainable improvement.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

Welcome to the Department of Mechanical Engineering of ACS College of Engineering Bengaluru, where

experienced faculties and highly motivated students - supported by a dedicated staffs - experience a unique

engineering education. The Department offers three levels academic programmes leading to Bachelor of

Engineering (B.E.), Master of Technology (M.Tech.)in Product Design & Manufacturing (2013-2014) , and

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degrees.

An extremely dynamic and large faculty and a well experienced support staffs, give the Department a breadth of

research focus and wide range of technical expertise. Our faculty members have a passion for teaching and an

avowed commitment to research and development. We are continually striving to improve the quality of our

programs by finding new ways of structuring our curriculum and exploring new delivery methods.

We provide our students opportunities to engage in experiments, design work, project work, industrial training,

seminars, and team work to enhance the learning process that is so vital for a holistic engineering education.

They develop skills of inquiring and exploring new ideas on their own. In essence, they are well prepared for the

life-long learning that is vital for an enriching career in engineering. Our students develop an ability to think, are

able to innovate, and acquire a strong foundation in technical knowledge. This new letter highlights the students

and faculty achievements in the odd and even semester of academic year 2015-2016.

Professor and HeadMEDIA COVERAGE

ACSCE product Bio-Helmet developed by Mr Bharath B and Team under the guidance of Prof. SunilRaj BA

and Prof. Chandrashekhar B as final year project work financially supported by KSCST and the ACSCE

Management was published in Vijaya Karnataka News Paper and played in TV9 news channel.

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STUDENT’S ACHIEVEMENTS

STUDENT’S UNIVERSITY EXAMINATION PERFORMANCES

DEPARTMENT TOPPER (2012-2016) BATCH

Shamanth Kumar K R (1AH12ME041)

EVEN SEMESTER TOPPERS :2015-16

Semester I Rank II Rank III Rank

IV

Mangala K Srinivas V Pradeep MS

VI

M.D.Esaa Girish K B Lohith Kumar

VIII

Moizpasha Patel Shamanth Kumar K R Manojkumar

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ODD SEMESTER TOPPERS :2015-16

Semester I Rank II Rank III Rank

III

Mangala K Srinivas V Karthik B M

V

Girish K B Thippeswamy. V M.D.Esaa

VII

Shamanth Kumar K N Moizpasha Patel Sunil A R

JOURNAL & CONFERENCE PUBLICATIONS

[1] “Mr Punith H.B., Siddesha H.S. and M. Shantharaj (2016) Influence of Pressing Factors on the

Mechanical Properties of 6061 Aluminum Alloy during cross-route severe plastic deformation

technique’ International Journal of Engineering Invention Vol.4, Issue 06; pp: 47-50. e-ISSN

2278-7461, p-ISSN:2319-6491”

[2] Arjun M, Basavaraj, Bharath.M., Krishna J, Siddesha H.S. and Anandkumar.S, (2016)

Mechanical properties and Micro-Structral Characterisation of Friction Stir Processed 5083

Aluminum Alloys in International Conference on Advanced Materials and Applications (ICAMA-

2016) during 15th -17th June paper (2016) organized by Department of Mechanical Engineering,

BMS College of Engineering, Bengaluru(Abstract Published) .

[3] K.N. Nagaraju final semester orally presented paper entitled “ Influence of Constrained Groove

Pressing Passes and Annealing Characteristics on the Mechanical Properties of 6061 Aluminum

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Alloy” in International Conference on Advanced Materials and Applications (ICAMA-2016) during

15th -17th June paper (2016) organized by Department of Mechanical Engineering, BMS College of

Engineering, Bengaluru.

[4] Bharath, B., Shivanna, Syed Sajjad Hussain and Chetankumar G won the Best Poster

Presentation Award “Bio-Helmet” at International Conference on Advanced Materials and

Application "--ICAMA-2016 held at BMS College of Engineering, Bengaluru.

[5] Shamanthkumar KR and Moiz Patel (2016) has presented technical paper titled “Effect of Phase Change

Materials on V- Trough Solar Air Heater for Drying Applications” international conference on ICSMDA-2016

organized by Kongu Engineering College, Perundurai during March 18th and 19th 2016.

[6] Arunshetty, Manohar, Shashi, Bharat, Aditya Mahesh of 8th semester & Shivkumar of 6th

Semester, Mechanical Engineering Department won First Prize in Volley-ball at Inter-College Sports

Competition held at Christ University, Bangalore.

[7] MadhuSudhan. P of 6th Semester Mechanical Engineering Department was one of the team

members that won 1st Runner up of Champion’s Trophy held at RajaRajeswari Medical College &

Hospital, Bangalore.

MOTOROLA SCHOLAR AWARDRef.No. Title Of The

ProjectName of the Guide Sanctioned

Amount (Rs.)Student Team Leader

MSAP/17/2015-16

Experimental Study On Solar Parabolic Dish Cooker With Nanomaterial Blend Thermal Energy Storage

Dr.M. Eswaramoorthy

5,000.00 Mr.Shamanth Kumar K R

LIST OF STUDENT PROJECT PROPOSALS APPROVED FROM KSCST SPONSORSHIPProject Proposal Ref.No.

Title Of TheProject

Name of the Guide SanctionedAmount(Rs.)

Student Team Leader

39S_BE_2105

Design, Development & ExperimentalEvaluation of Hybrid Fresnel using lens Solar stove.

Dr. M. Eswarmoorthy& Prof. Chandrakala

5,000.00 Shashikumar B C

39S_BE_2107

Solar poweredThermoelectricRefrigeration System.

Dr.Sivasubramaniam& Prof. P.Shivashankar

5,000.00 Dilipkumar N

39S_BE_2249*

Bio-Design And Fabrication Of Bio-Composite Helmet

Prof. Sunil Raj B.A & Prof. Chandrashekhar B

4,500.00 Mr. Bharath B

Selected for final round of KSCST exhibition to be held in August 2016

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DEPARTMENT ACTIVITIES

WORKSHOPS ORGANIZED

One day National workshop on “Intellectual Property Rights”.

Resource Persons: Mr. Pradeep,KSCST, Patent Information Center, IISC campus, Bangalore and His Team.

This One day National workshop on “Intellectual

Property Rights”,was organized by the

Department of Mechanical Engineering of ACS

College of Engineering on 17th November 2015.

The objective of this Workshop was to discuss

various forms of Intellectual Property Rights such

as Patents, Copyrights, Geographical Indications, Layout Designs, and Industrial Designs etc and

informed about the characteristics of all types of IPRs and their economic importance. He also

informed the advantages of availing patents and other form of IPRs. In his concluding remark, Mr.

Pradeep said that, though late, the regime of patenting has arrived in India and we should take full

advantage of the situation.

One day International workshop on “High Impact Factor Journal Preparation & Funding Research Proposal.

Resource Person: Dr. S Arunachalam, Senior Lecturer, School of Architecture, Computing and Engineering, University of East London, UK.

This One day International workshop on “, High

Impact Factor Journal Preparation & Funding

Research Proposal“was organized by the

Department of Mechanical Engineering of ACS

College of Engineering on 7stJanuary 2016.

The main focus of this workshop was particularly

on each and every section of the paper (from

abstract to conclusion) was explained with appropriate examples and guidelines in order to strategize

a high-quality paper for high impact journals. He pointed on common problems which most of the

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researchers face while writing a research paper is how to write a research paper effectively or to

arrange your thoughts in chronological and logical order. Throughout the workshop, all audiences

were involved in high-level academic training to enhance research skills and knowledge.

Participants were informed on what and why it is important to do research, the current trend in

research and how to prepare a good research proposal to boost the chances in securing a research

grant either from government agencies or industries.

Entrepreneurship Awareness Camp

Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), Government of India (GoI) Sponsored Two Days National Workshop on Challenges and Opportunities on Renewable Energy Conversion Technologies.

The workshop was inaugurated with special address by Dr. H. Nagana Gouda, Director, and National

Centre for Solar Technology, Bangalore. He stressed the tapping importance of renewable energy sources on the present energy conservation point of at state and national level..

Dr. Nikil PG Senior Research Scientist (Solar), National Institute of Solar Energy, Gurgaon pointed out various opportunities and schemes for the development of renewable energy at national level by Ministry ofNew and Renewable Energy, Government of India of Workshop proposed vote of thanks.

ACS College of Engineering, organized a two days National Workshop on opportunities and Challenges on Renewable Energy Conversion Technologies during 25th and 26th Feb. 2016. The various challenges and opportunities in renewable energy conversion technologies were discussed and interacted by the different academic research experts. About sixty participants both external and internal were attended and gained the technical

knowledge in the renewable energy domain.

The Entrepreneurship Awareness Camp was conducted at ACS College of Engineering, Bengaluru in seminar hall for 3 days from 18th February to 20th February 2016, creates awareness among students about various facets of entrepreneurship while highlighting the merits of pursuing such a career option. In Entrepreneurship Awareness camp, about 70 students are exposed to different aspects of entrepreneurship, including opportunity guidance,

services offered by agencies of support system etc

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GUEST LECTURES DELIVEREDVarious experts having diversified experience in the field of mechanical engineering were invited in the department to update the knowledge of the students about the latest trends in mechanical engineering. The list of these expert talks is given below.

[1] Dr.Mallikarjunayya C. Math, Associate Professor from Department of Thermal Power Engineering,

VTU, PG Center,Mysuru delivered guest lecture on “Biodiesel development and characterization” B.E

(Mechanical) students on 1st October 2015 arranged by Prof. Bapugowda C M. No. of students=90.

[2] Dr.L.Boopathi, Principal from Erode Sengunthar Engineering College, Erode has delivered guest

lecture on “Environmental friendly composites and their applications” B.E (Mechanical) students on 31st

October 2015 arranged by Dr.M.Eswaramoorthy and Babugowda C M. No. of students=86.

[3] Er.MadevaNagaral, Design Engineer, HAL, Bangalore, has delivered guest lecture on “Design,

Selection of Materials & Processing: In Aerospace 2nd April 2016.

TRAINING PROGRAMS ATTENDEDIn the quest of knowledge and to equip themselves with a varied range of skills, the faculty of the department

attended the following training programs:

[1] Prof. Sandeep G R, Prof. Sunil Raj B A & Prof.Veeresh Bhusnur has attended One week FDP on

“Modern Technologies in Foundry Practice” at JSSATE Bangalore from 4 to 8-01-2016.

[2] Dr. R Shivasubramnaiyam, Prof. Kumar B M, Prof. Bapu Gowda C M, Prof. Srinidhi Acharya S R,

Prof. Chandrashekhar B, & Prof. Chandrakala attended One day International Workshop on “Nano

Structured, Smart and electronic material” at RRCE, Bangalore on 8-1-2016.

[3] Prof. VeereshBhusnur attended one day National Seminar on “World Class Manufacturing Practices” at

JSSATE, Bangalore on 4-11-2015.

MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING [MOU]

Prof. Sunil Raj B A & Dr.M.Eswaramoorthy successfully coordinated formation of Memorandum of

Understanding [MOU] with Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Rural Energy & Development, Bangalore.

RESEARCH PUBLICATIONS IN CONFERENCES

1]. K.N. Nagaraju, A.R. Sunil, K. Sachin, H. Sujay, H. S. Siddesha, S.AnandKumar (2016) Influence of

Constrained Groove Pressing Passes and Annealing Characteristics on the Mechanical Properties of 6061

Aluminum Alloy International Conference on Advanced Materials and Applications (ICAMA-2016)

during 15th -17th June organized by Department of Mechanical Engineering, BMS College of

Engineering, Bengaluru.

2]. Siddesha H.S & Shantharaja. M (2015) “Effect of Severe Plastic Deformation of Mechanical Properties

of Al6061/SiC Metal Matrix Composites.” in International Journal of Research in Engineering &

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Technology. eISSN: 2319-1163 | pISSN: 2321-7308. Volume: 04 Special Issue: 08 | TIAMTE-2015 |

Aug-2015, pp no. 22-24.

3]. Shamanthkumar KR, Moiz Patel and M.Eswaramoorthy (2016) Effect of Phase Change Materials on V- Trough

Solar Air Heater for Drying Applications proceeding of ICSMDA-2016 organized by Kongu Engineering College,

Perundurai during March 18th and 19th 2016.

INDUSTRIAL VISITThe department organized the industrial visit to Mahatma

Gandhi Institute of Rural Energy & Development,

Bangalore for the students in order to provide practical

knowledge and real work environment exposure.

The department was organized an industrial visit to M/s

Toyota Kirloskar Auto Parts Pvt Ltd, Bangalore for the

students in order to provide practical knowledge and real

work of industry environment exposure.

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING STUDENTS ASSOCIATION

Department of Mechanical Engineering students

Association inauguration was done at ACS College of

Engineering on 1st September 2015 by the chief guest

Dr. D. P Girish, Professor of Mechanical engineering,

Government College of Engineering Ramanagara &

Guest of honor Dr.Seenappa, Professor of Mechanical Engineering Government College of Engineering

Ramanagara.

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GUEST LECTURE DELIVERED AT OUTSIDE[1] Dr. M. Eswaramoorthy has delivered a talk on

the topic of ‘Preservation food & Safety using

solar Energy’ in AICTE sponsored Faculty

Development Course on ‘Trends in Harnessing

Food Safety & Quality: Indian Prospective’ was

held at Centre for Rural Development and

Technology, IIT Delhi during 1st - 4th December

2015.

[2] Dr.M.Eswaramoorthy delivered an invited

guest lecture on ‘Sustainable Energy Sources’ to eight semester students of Mechanical Engineering

at Sanjivini College of Engineering, Kopargaon, Maharashtra on 9.1.2016.

[3] Dr.M.Eswaramoorthy delivered an invited guest lecture on topic of ‘Sustainable Energy

Engineering’ to students of Automobile Engineering at Oxford College of Engineering, Bangalore on

09th November 2015.

FACULTY ACHIVEMENTS

Ph.D. Accomplishments:

Our faculties are extremely proud of 1.

1. Prof. R Sivasubramaniyam has awarded Ph.D degree from VTU convocation 2016 with his hard work.

2. Prof. H.S.Siddesha has submitted Ph.D thesis to Bangalore University in January 2016.

100% RESULTS ACHIEVEMENTS VTU EXAMINATIONS 2015-16

S.No Subject and Semester Faculty Handled

1 Experimental Stress Analysis (7th Semester) Ms Chandrakala. T

2 Management and Entrepreneurship (5th Semester) Mr Sunilraj

3 Engineering Economics (7th Semester) Mr Sunilraj

4 Non-Conventional Energy Sources (7th Semester) Dr.M.Eswaramoorthy

5 Non-Traditional Machining (6th Semester0 Prof. Veersh Bhusnur

6 Control Engineering(8th Semester) Prof. Chandrashekhar.B

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FACULTIES JOINEDName Photo Designation Academic Qualifications

Dr.M.S.Murali Professor and Principal

B.E. (Mechanical Engineering) Bangalore University,M.E(Metal Casting Science and Engineering ) Bangalore University,Ph.D. (Materials) Mysore University.

Prof. JogiAdarsh. S Assistant Professor

B.E., (Mechanical Engg.)Visvesvaraya Technological University,M.S (Computational Fluid Dynamics) Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia, USA.

Prof. Ms.Chandrakala

Assistant Professor

B.E. (Industrial Production Engg.) Visvesvaraya Technological University,M.Tech(Product Design & Manufacturing Engg.)Pursuing Ph.D under Visvesvaraya Technological University,

Prof. Sivasankar.P Assistant Professor

B.E., (Mechanical Engg.) Anna University, Trichy,M.E (Engineering Design) Anna University, Chennai.

OUTGOING FACULTY MEMBERS

Prof. C.RameshProf. Deepthi HB Prof. Veeresh Bhusnur

We wish you all the very best dear colleagues your new undertaking. Your great contributions to ME

Department will be always remembered.